Dariusz Sitek

Dariusz Sitek is an Assistant Professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk, working within the Faculty of Sculpture and Intermedia's Sculpture Fundamentals Studio since 2013. His artistic practice combines sculpture and intermedia, characterized by journalistic and critical themes expressed through realistic forms and ready-made objects.

• Education: Diploma (1996) and PhD (2011) from Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk
• Materials: Wood, stone, ceramics, plastics, and metal
• Major Projects: John Paul II Monument (2000), Stone Park (2010), Piotrowski Art Biennale Winner (2013)

His work spans monumental sculptures, statuettes, and large-format installations, with participation in international exhibitions and open-air sculpture workshops. While his recent projects emphasize literalism and critical commentary, his research interests include public art, material experimentation, and the intersection of sculpture with contemporary social issues.

Notable Awards:

• First Prize, 2nd Piotrowski Art Biennale (2013)

He has contributed to urban design projects like Stone Park and created significant memorial works, showcasing his expertise in translating conceptual ideas into physical forms through traditional and modern sculptural techniques.